One for All - Streamer Remote - Black

I was he distant to purchase this because the reviews are pretty hit or miss but since it was on sale I decided eh, why not? I received it in the mail today and after spending maybe 30min watching a helpful YouTube video (https://youtu.be/N-1A3_0YOEI ) and reading the manual cover to cover, it took maybe 10 pain-less minutes to set up! But I say this as someone who loves problem solving and technology. It’s not always super intuitive but If you watch the video and read the instructions you’ll be okay! My set up was on a Samsung NU507100 Smart TV and a Vizio 2.1 SB3621n sound bar. I wanted a remote that would let me use my TV’s functions but that controlled the volume on the sound bar. This One For All remote (OFA) has a quick set up option that works for more popular TV/sound bar/streaming device brands. I used that for my TV and it made maybe 50% of the buttons function and for the sound bar, it worked for the volume but not for power button. I was able to get a lot more out of using the C-learning function which basically has you line up the IR sensor on the OFA remote with the one on the remote you want it to ‘learn’ from. Using this function was actually nicer because I had full control of which buttons I wanted ‘copied’ over from my TV’s remote. And EVERY button on the OFA remote is programmable. I was able to use the TV power button for my Samsung and then the red power button for my sound bar. For the dedicated streaming buttons, I assumed they only worked for streaming devices (Apple TV, Roku, etc.) and since my TV had built in apps, I didn’t think I could use it but the manual does provide instructions for programming macros for those buttons. Basically once you’ve finished programming all your TV buttons, you put the remote in ‘learning’ mode for the dedicated buttons and press whatever button sequence on your remote would get you to the app you want to use (for Netflix on my TV it was Home > Scroll Twice > Press Enter). So whenever I press the Netflix button, the remote makes the TV do the sequence without me having to press the buttons. It’s not SUPER direct of course but it only requires one button press! As a testament to it’s ease of use, after I finished programming it, I asked my partner (who is not very into tech and is easily frustrated by it lol) to test it out and they were able to use it right away! Anyway, that’s pretty much everything and I would HIGHLY recommend for anyone who relies on streaming/doesn’t have cable, is down to figure it out, and doesn’t want to spend a lot for a universal remote!

Easy to set up and functions properly, the learn function is the best easy to control my surround sound and roku tv all at the same time. The buttons on the remote also light up so no having to squint or shine any lights to see in the dark. The buttons clearly eliminate so you can choose the right button,

I bought two (2) for my devices in two different rooms in the house. I ended up keeping one and returning the other. This review is for the remote control that I am keeping. I hope the following pros and cons will somewhat help you make a decision if you should buy or not. Pros: (1) Good physical form factor and good button layout. The remote control feels good in its size when I hold it in my hand. The buttons are well positioned in my taste. (2) The printed manual for initial setup has good instructions overall (but can also improve as you will see below in the cons). (3) I like the backlit feature. Sometimes I watch TV in darkness and the backlit makes a big difference. (4) I had to call customer service twice for troubleshooting setup problems. Both representatives were polite and knowledgeable, and available to take my calls in no time. I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't have to wait when I called for support. (5) The manufacturer of my TV is Hannspree, a very obsolete brand over a decade old. Most remote controls don't support this brand, but this remote control has a code available. Nice! (6) Linking the remote control to Roku Premiere streaming device is a breeze. (7) Linking the remote control to Onkyo Stereo Receiver is barely OK experience and not great, even though the setup claims it should be easy, but it is not. I got to work eventually after having to take an unnecessary step. See my Cons below. This experience can improve. (8) I paid $15 when it was on sale at Best Buy, so the price was good. (9) This remote control has successfully helped me get rid of 3 old, individual remote controls. The one-for-all claim is valid! Cons: (1) The package does NOT come with batteries. You need to provide your own four (4) AAA batteries. A litte bit cheap practice by the manufacturer. (2) The battery cover in the back of the remote control is very hard to slide out to open it. You have to find the perfect spot somewhere in order to slide out the battery cover. Otherwise, it just won't slide out no matter how gentle or strong you try to push it out, if you don't find that perfect spot. This is not documented in the manual. (3) The connection to Onkyo Stereo Receiver is buggy! Onkyo is supposed to be available via the EZ setup. It did NOT work at all. It is also suppoed to be available via entering a specific code in the remote control. I entered the Code for Onkyo, and it worked EXCEPT for the power button. the Code would turn on the stereo receiver and would NOT TURN OFF the stereo receiver. I assure you that I am not lying here. It was beyond weird experience. I cannot understand how the code can possible just turn on a receiver and cannot turn it off. The Code is buggy. I got frustrated for several minutes and then lightning struck. What if I just use the "learning function" to learn the power button from my old Onkyo remote control to the new one? Huzzah! The learning function did solve the problem, after which I can turn OFF the Onkyo receiver just fine. But why do we have to go through the learning function when the manual clearly says Onkyo is supported via EZ Setup and via entering the Code, both of which do not work. I felt I was lucky and creative enough to use the learning function to solve this problem. (4) The Apps shortcut buttons (Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube) CANNOT be reprogrammed, to the contrary of the manufacturer's claim. This is further confirmed by the two different customer service representatives when I called and spoke to them in two separate calls. Very disappointing! I don't use Netflix and Hulu, and was hoping I could reprogram the buttons to other Apps. I tried many times and called them twice to troubleshoot. The problem is never solved. While this is disappointing, it is not a deal breaker for me. They should stop advertising that the Apps buttons can be reprogrammed. It does not work. The Hulu button is the worst as it won't even start reprogramming no matter what you do to it. (5) This is very minor, but I wish there were more color choices, not just black. Other colors would make the remote control much easier to find or locate on your coffee table, sofa, or wherever. (6) I returned the second remote control for another room because it totally does NOT work with Roku built-in with TCL TV. It does NOT work even with the missing code in the Best Buy version. It does NOT work in a way that it will NOT save that code once you leave the remote control idle for a few hours. For example, you are done watching at night and then go to sleep. Next morning, the remote control will not turn on the TV and will not turn on the Roku bulit-in Streamer. You will have to go through the setup process each time. I ended up returning the remote control for my second room. Weird problem! Overall, the one I am keeping is good enough. I am happy it has replaced 3 old, individual remote controls.

Controller is really nice, has the soft touch plastic and I love that you can make the LED any color you want. Set up was super easy and it controls my LG OLED and Apple TV 4K perfectly. I should have purchased this a long time ago.

The instructions on the programming is okay, I had issues with my Vizio so I had to manually program each button one by one. After that, it works good. The remote is too round at the bottom so when you press a button like the left and right scroll, it tends to roll in your hand so be careful not to drop it. They can improve the design by making it flatter.

Excellent small easy to set up. Would give a perfect score but the last one I bought only lasted about 2 years. But for the price cheap enough to replace. MUCH better than the last generation Apple TV remote.

This is such an amazing product!! I bought two, one for my husband and I and one for his elderly grandfather. Mainly due to the sensitive Apple TV Remote. His grandfather had such a hard time using the Apple Remote. I’ve set mine up and love it so much I’m thinking of buying two more! One for my side of the bed (husband tries to keep the remote) and one for the living room! We have a fire tv and roku. So it would be nice to have one remote for all! I was a little scared to buy because of the reviews about setup, but it was a breeze! Definitely would recommend this to anyone!

I bought this just before the new Apple remote came out. I would definitely buy this again for my Apple TV. It is much easier to use. Also, it doesn't weigh a lot, but it is hefty in your hands. The tendency to make hardware smaller makes it harder for humans to use.